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james monroe

 

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Noun james monroe has 1 sense
  1. Monroe, James Monroe, President Monroe - 5th President of the United States; author of the Monroe Doctrine (1758-1831)
    --1 is a kind of President of the United States, United States President, President, Chief Executive

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James Monroe

Definition:

James Monroe was the fifth president of the United States, serving from 1817 to 1825. He is known for his role in shaping American foreign policy, including the Monroe Doctrine.

Senses:

Noun:

  1. American statesman and politician.
  2. Fifth president of the United States (1817–25).

Sample Sentences:

1. As a statesman, James Monroe played a key role in negotiating the Louisiana Purchase.

2. James Monroe was the last president of the "Virginia Dynasty," a group of four consecutive presidents from Virginia.

3. The Monroe Doctrine, announced by President James Monroe in 1823, warned European powers against colonization or intervention in the Americas.

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